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March 13, 2023

Weekly Prayer focus: Kairos Prison Ministry

Happy Spring Break Week!

We hope you have a happy and safe spring break! Wednesday evening activities will resume next week, March 22nd.

RSVP to Family Promise Training

Family Promise is an organization committed to combating family homelessness by partnering with local churches to provide support and temporary shelter for families in crisis. Following several years of planning and our church financially supporting the launch of Pensacola's Family Promise, we hope to be able to begin the process of sheltering families in the near future here on our campus. Please RSVP for the training meeting on Tuesday, March 21 at 6:00pm CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Mark: Podcast and Reading Plan

Join us as we read through the Gospel of Mark this Lenten season. Each scripture passage will have a corresponding podcast by one of our pastors. Find a reading plan at the Hospitality Desk, on the app, or at www.perdidobay.church/podcast.

Holy Week Schedule

Palm Sunday The beginning of Holy Week

April 2, 9:00am Contemporary, 11:00am Traditional

Maundy Thursday A service of remembrance and Holy Communion, April 6, 6:00pm

Good Friday A tenebrae “service of darkness,”

April 7, 6:00pm

Easter Sunday A service of celebration

April 9, 9:00am Contemporary, 11:00am Traditional

Current Sermon Series: Who Do You Say I Am?

As a church we will be spending the 40 days of Lent reading the Gospel of Mark. Join us as we discover how Mark recounts the life and ministry of Jesus Christ through our sermon series and daily podcast and reading plan (find it here).

Grumpy Old Men Group: Join us!

Come and be a part of the Grumpy Old Men - a service oriented group that meets each Thursday at 8:00am in the Activities Center for fellowship and planning projects. We would love to have you join us- young or old, man or woman!

Volunteers Needed at the Redemption Store

The Redemption Store is in need of willing hearts and helping hands to fill shifts throughout the week! If you are interested, contact april@perdidobay.church. Find out more about the Redemption Store by clicking here.

Donations are accepted Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am-Noon. Thank you!

Ways to Serve

Hoping to get involved? A page on our website features specific opportunities to fulfill volunteer needs as they arise. Have some extra time on your hands? Visit our website at www.perdidobay.church/serve to find ways to help out! Contact the church to find out more about how to get involved in the ministries listed.

Senior Adult News: You're Invited!

Contact Dudley Tye for more information! dudley@perdidobay.church or call 850 492 2135.

Transformance Fitness

Transformance is a strength training class for children and adults that takes place each Monday and Thursday in the Activities Center at various times throughout the day. $100/6-week session. See more by visiting our website. Contact Mike Pindel at mike.pindel@gmail.com to sign-up!

Quilters on the Key

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 9:30am-12:30pm

You're invited to join this group for a time of fellowship and quilting in the Activities Center. Quilts and other items are crafted and given to persons facing difficult situations as a gesture of comfort and thoughtfulness. Use your talents to spread the love of God as part of this important group of service and fellowship.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00pm

The Prayer Shawl Ministry exists to knit and crochet blankets and other items of comfort and encouragement. These items are given to newborn babies, those facing health issues, and more. Come and be a part of this group of fellowship and giving- all are welcome! It's a wonderful time of getting to know others while also making a difference for those who need to feel God's care.

Need a listening ear?

If you are confined to home and find yourself in need of a friendly listening ear, please give us a call. We want you to know that we are here for you, to listen or to help if you have a need. We want to stay in touch with you, please feel free to call us at the church number 850-492-2135 and ask to be connected with the visitation team.

College & Career Donuts & Discussion

1st and 3rd Sundays of the Month, 10:10am

Young Adults ages 18-25 are invited to Room 207 in the Activities Center for a time of connection with God and one another. We will meet every other Sunday during the Sunday School hour.

"Something Beautiful" Women's Spiritual Day Away

Save the date! Saturday, June 3, 2023

Women of all ages are invited to “Something Beautiful,” a day of uplifting spiritual development and fun as we worship and fellowship together. More info to come.

Weekday Bible Study Opportunities

Join a weekday Bible Study! There are several options for both men and women:

- Men’s Early Morning Bible Study, 1 & 2 Peter; Mondays at 6:00am

- Young Women’s Study: “Better” by Jen Wilkin (The book of Hebrews); Tuesdays at 9:00am, Nursery Provided, Books available at Bible Study ($16/each).

- Women’s Bible Study: “Better” by Jen Wilkin (The book of Hebrews); Mondays, 9:00am, Books available at Bible Study ($16/each).

All groups meet in Activities Center

Sunday School: Find a class today!

There are many Sunday school Classes available for adults. Join us weekly at 10:10am in the Activities Center! Nursery, Elementary, and Youth meet in the Education Building. Find more information below!

Intercessory Prayer Group Meeting

Tuesdays at 8:30am

You are invited to join our intercessors in the Gathering Lobby for their weekly prayer meeting. If you have a prayer need that you would like to add to the prayer list, email it to prayer@perdidobay.church or you may use our App to submit your prayer request. Additionally, you may fill out a prayer request card at the Hospitality Desk.

Prayer lists are available to be picked up at the Hospitality Desk.

Nursery, Elementary, & Youth Information

Nursery (8 weeks - Pre-K)

A nursery is available for all church services and many activities. Wee Worship takes place Sunday mornings during Worship Services. Preschool Sunday school is at 10:00am. Contact jeanne@perdidobay.church for more information!

PBUMC Kids Ministry (Elementary: K - 5th Grade)

PBUMC Kids Ministry is for children in Kindergarten through 5th Grades. Each Sunday morning is Children's Worship at both 9:00am and 11:00am. At 10:00am we have Sunday School. Wednesdays we meet from 5:00-7:00pm. Email debi@perdidobay.church to be placed on our email list or to find out more.

The Wave Student Ministry (for 6th-12th Grades)

All 6th-12th graders are invited to Sunday school each week at 10:10am in the Youth Room and Sunday Gym Night each week from 4:00-6:00pm in the Activities Center, Dinner provided. Wednesday evening youth takes place from 5:00-7:00pm. Email justin@perdidobay.church for more information.

Appalachian Mission - Trip June 4-10

Please fill out this form if interested in participating in the Appalachia Trip June 4-10. We will be doing fundraisers to help offset the cost of this trip! CLICK FOR FORM

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The mission of Perdido Bay United Methodist Church

is to make disciples of Jesus Christ

for the transformation of the world.

Our vision is to be the heart of the community.